Hi! Thanks so much for visiting my website — I’m Lou, the heart and soul behind Lulu Ives Designs.

Here’s a little bit about me...

Creativity has been a part of me for as long as I can remember. I got my love of nature and art from my dad — even as a kid I was always drawing, making things and just loved turning ideas into something real. I studied art and photography through school and college & just loved always finding new ways to create.

Living by the beach all my life, I’ve always been drawn to rustic, natural textures — anything with a bit of character or a story to tell.

While my creative side comes from my dad, my love of fashion and jewellery definitely comes from my mum. I’ve always been a bit obsessed with accessories — for me, no outfit is ever complete without that little touch of silver. That’s when an outfit comes alive, that’s where the magic is..

So where did my journey into the silver world begin? The pandemic..... Life slowed down & I needed something - something for me. As much as I love my husband and kids, being with them 24/7 (you get it!) meant at times I needed a little escape. I wanted something that kept me busy, made me think, and most of all, made me smile.

That’s when I turned to silver. I bought some tools, started experimenting... and I’ve never looked back.

There’s something so special about the process — from the first hammer tap to the moment the tumbler finishes spinning. Watching a piece of silver sheet or wire turn into something beautiful is just pure joy. And when it comes out all shiny and sparkling? I Smile........

"But for me, the best part is seeing someone choose something I’ve made with love and passion and making it their own joy — that’s the happiest ending to my story and to doing what I love."

“If you’re near Sandbanks or just passing through, come take a look — you’ll find a few of my little treasures in store at Easyriders.”

If you've any questions drop me a line @ luluivesdesigns@gmail.com